See the most popular monuments of the U. S. capital illuminated at night on a guided trolley tour. The route follows streets that have been traveled by presidents and makes three stops for you to get off the trolley and explore the memorials on your own and take photos. Enjoy entertaining commentary from a professional tour guide who will entertain you with stories about the Capitol’s colorful past. The three stops on the tour are: 1. The Martin Luther King Memorial & the Franklin Delano Roosevelt Memorial 2. The Iwo Jima Memorial (aka US Marine Corps War Memorial) 3. The Lincoln Memorial, the Vietnam Veterans Memorial, and the Korean War Veterans Memorial Besides stops at the major memorials, you will also get spectacular views of the Washington Memorial the White House, the National Mall, the Capitol Buildings, the Jefferson Memorial, the Smithsonian Museums and Castle, the FBI & Dept of Justice Buildings, and the World War II Memorial.

Cruise on the Potomac River and see the sights of Washington DC from a luxury boat, The Odyssey. Get a keepsake photo taken by the ship's photographer, then embark on an elegant dining cruise along the Washington DC shoreline. After being seated at your private table, enjoy a brunch or 3-course dinner, with meals prepared fresh daily by your onboard executive chef. Menu items are subject to change. After your meal, relax on any of the 3 climate-controlled decks as you watch the monuments glide by. Sample Brunch MenuEarly Riser:Breakfast pastries Scottish smoked salmonScrambled eggsBreakfast meats Breakfast potatoes French toast Late Risers:Caesar salad Greek salad Sun-dried tomato pasta saladBaked orecchiette pastaBirria-style chicken Chesapeake Bay rockfish Hand-carved tri-tip steak Kid's station Dessert: Individual dessertsIn-season fruit Sample Dinner Menu Starters (choice of one): Caesar salad Lobster soup Main Course (choice of one): Jumbo forest mushroom ravioli Oven-roasted frenched chicken breast with rosemary and thyme Broiled salmon filet Braised beef short rib Pan-seared fresh Pacific cod Desserts (choice of one): New York-style cheesecake Triple chocolate mud pie Duo of sorbet Freshly cut fruit Odyssey signature warm butter cake

Explore ARTECHOUSE DC in Washington, DC with an entry ticket and discover multi-sensory digital art. Immerse yourself in the enchanting exhibits with large-scale installations and choose to indulge with a cocktail at the XR Bar. Make your way to ARTECHOUSE DC, located just off the National Mall and nearby Smithsonian museums. Enter the nation's first multi-sensory innovative art destination with exhibitions that intersect art, science, and technology. Admire large-scale installations and witness creative innovation without limits in unique art spaces designed for curiosity seekers of all ages. Take a break and talk about the art on display at the ARTECHOUSE Extended Reality Bar inside the exhibit space. Choose from a list of exclusive cocktails inspired by the art and brought to life by extended reality. Download the ARTECHOUSE XR App to enrich your experience while exploring the digital playgrounds. Staff is on-hand to explain the uses of the app during your visit. PIXELBLOOM: Timeless Butterflies (March 11 – June 11, 2023): Discover an all-new visual narrative takes visitors through a virtual world of cherry blossoms to experience the ephemeral beauty of butterflies. Enjoy a joyous audio-visual story that pays tribute to nature’s exuberance and the arrival of spring. Explore the various layers of a butterfly's life cycle and its relationship to the environment through a series of interactive installations.

See the sights of Washington DC from onboard the Spirit of Washington with a lunch or dinner cruise on the Potomac River. Enjoy a buffet dining experience as you sail, and delight in panoramic views. Board your vessel and receive a personal greeting. Have your photo taken by the ship's photographer to capture the memory before being seated at your private table. Once there, gorge on your lunch or dinner buffet consisting of creative entrees prepared fresh daily and listen to the onboard music. After your meal, visit any of the three climate-controlled decks as you glide by the sights. LUNCH/DINNER BUFFET SAMPLE MENU SALADS FIELD GREEN SALAD (G*)(VG)Tomatoes | Cucumbers | Carrots | Ranch Dressing | Balsamic Dressing KALE QUINOA SALAD (G*)(VG)(V)Quinoa | Roasted Red Pepper | Spinach | Lemon Oregano Vinaigrette GREEN GODDESS PASTA SALAD (V)Sweet Peas | White Beans | Scallions MAIN HONEY SESAME CHICKEN (G*)Scallions | Fresno Chillies OVEN ROASTED WHITEFISH (G*)Spicy Tomato | White Bean Ragu BAKED ZITI PASTA (V)Aged Reggiano Parmesan Cheese | Mozzarella Cheese | Spinach Cream Sauce ROOT VEGETABLE FRICASSEE (G*)(VG)(V)Idaho Potatoes | Broccoli | Grape Tomatoes | Gremolata | Cauliflower Coconut Cream Sauce COMPLEMENTSROASTED BROCCOLI (G*)(VG)(V)Toasted Garlic | Chili Flakes GARLIC MASHED POTATOES (G*)(V)Idaho Potatoes | Roasted Garlic DESSERTSIGNATURE DESSERT STATION (V)Cakes | Brownies | Seasonal Fruit | *May Contain Nuts *Menus subject to change

Bike to the major sights of Washington, D.C. on a guided tour after dark. Enjoy America’s capital city at night, when the air is cooler, the monuments are crowd-free, and the illuminated views are magnificent. As dusk sweeps the city and the memorials and monuments light up magnificently, your guide will take you through the National Mall and around the Tidal Basin near the Washington Monument, the war memorials, the Lincoln Memorial, the FDR Memorial, and the Jefferson Memorial. Along the way you’ll have the opportunity to learn about each of the sights, and also a few minutes to walk through the memorials and experience them on foot. This 4-mile ride is rated as easy, covering mostly flat terrain. All riders are provided with reflective vests and safety lights.

In DC, business has always been handled at the bar. Take a sip of liquid courage and stroll through the same time-worn, vintage pubs that presidents, top officials, and whistleblowers have frequented for the last 150 years. Some of them are still hanging around. Share a brandy with the spirit of Ulysses S. Grant at Round Robin. Hear tales of bootlegging congressmen, backroom deals, and a grisly murder at the National Theatre. Try to capture a ghost on camera as you savor signature cocktails and mouth-watering appetizers prepared by some of the city’s most acclaimed bartenders and chefs. You’ll head home with a new favorite drink and a head full of spooky, shocking tales to entertain friends and family.

Experience Washington D.C. through its donut scene together with your guide. Enjoy 4 stops with donut tastings and a variety of donuts to choose from as you make your way through the city on this foodie outing. Start your tour from Lafayette Square, just across from the White House. Learn some history about the U.S. and how donuts fit in, both historically, as well as in current D.C. food culture. Visit your first stop, Astro Doughnuts and Chicken. Sample some freshly made donuts and then head to Palmer Alley, to visit an Italian bakery and cafe. Try their bomboloni and have your camera ready for this Instagrammable experience. Make your way to Farmers and Distillers for another batch of freshly made donuts and learn about its unique history. Lastly, end your tour at Toscana Market for some truly decadent donuts from a famous D.C. chef.

Enjoy drinks at iconic DC bars with a local guide on this historic pub crawl tour. Uncover the history not taught in social studies class and learn the unknown tales of DC while laughing with fellow travelers and trying local beers. Discover how drinking helped shape the nation’s capital, from George Washington's adventures as a master distiller, to the dark days of Prohibition, and even parties at the White House. Choose from two different ticket options. Pick the Happy Hour to enjoy 4 draft beers of your choice, one at each pub. Go with the Dry Run tour if you want to buy your drinks as you go.

Taste the diversity of DC’s oldest neighborhood as you learn about its history on this Georgetown food tour. Get a taste of the best eats in the area as you discover the complexity of this ever-changing neighborhood. Enjoy James Beard nominee’s tarts near a canal once used to transport goods to the west. Taste award-winning VPN-style pizza that attracts famous guests from near and far. Savor mouth-watering crème brulée while finding out about the strong influence French cuisine has had on this neighborhood. Once a thriving port, Georgetown is DC’s oldest neighborhood and still reveals glimpses of mule-drawn boats and flour mills. Learn about Georgetown’s transition from a port city to an elite enclave, where people from every continent and many religions lived together and built an eclectic culinary community. More than just a premier shopping destination, Georgetown has a delicious and culturally diverse history that is sure to surprise you. In addition to carefully selected tastings and fascinating history, your experience includes (electronic) photos taken by your guide on tour, as well as a meaningful donation to feed a local person in need.

Seen all the sights DC has to offer? Looking for a fun, unique experience to round out your Saturday night in town? Magic isn't just for kids anymore. First rate snarkists Mark Phillips and Brian Curry battle for the title of DC’s Best Magician in The Magic Duel.  This show is full of seriously funny magic that will keep you fooled. During the performance, the audience selects the styles of magic the contestants must perform such as skillful sleight of hand, outrageous comedy magic, dangerous escapes, and utterly baffling mind reading. Members of the audience assist both from their seats and on stage throughout the show. At intermission, audience members cast their votes electronically to determine who will win the coveted Golden Wand. Will it be the traditional conjurer, or his funniest student? You get to decide. This 5-star rated show is now in its fifth year at the beautiful and historic Mayflower Hotel. Suggested dress is cocktail attire. Drinks are available in the lobby bar and may be brought to the show.